Meet Our Leaders
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Managing Director
Vincent Bignell
Vincent is a proud member of Pukatawagan (Mathias Colomb Cree Nation) with accounting experience supporting community projects and financial operations. He brings a strong commitment to community development, cultural integrity, and sustainable economic growth, grounded in a deep understanding of northern realities and lived experience.
Sr. Territory Manager
Catherine Li
Catherine brings decades of financial, operational, and strategic expertise across Indigenous communities, organizations and non-profits. A trusted advisor, she builds systems from the ground up—strengthening capacity, maximizing community assets, and driving sustainable growth.
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Training and Development Specialist
Jayce Swirsky
Jayce brings strong expertise in Indigenous financial management, specializing in audits, QuickBooks, and rebuilding financial systems. His work is grounded in respect for community needs and a dedication to improving financial stability and service delivery across Manitoba.
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Project Manager
Shakil Ahmed Khan
Shakil is a project management professional with extensive experience delivering complex, multi-stakeholder initiatives across Manitoba. He specializes in Indigenous community projects, including land management, emergency planning, economic development, and governance support. Shakil brings a strategic, accountable, and results-driven approach to managing budgets, partnerships, and community-led outcome
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Human Resources Manager
Trisha Sinclair
Trisha brings over 15 years of experience in human resources, governance, and community development. She is passionate about creating fair and culturally grounded workplace systems that reflect community values. With expertise in recruitment, policy development, job design, and HR systems, Trisha supports organizations in building strong, respectful, and sustainable teams.
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Territory Manager
Paul Porter
Paul is a Mohawk professional from Six Nations of the Grand River in Southern Ontario, with over a decade of experience working with communities across Canada. His background spans the non-profit sector, human resources, higher education, and community development. Paul integrates cultural knowledge and teachings into his work, drawing on lived experience to inform and guide his practice.